Intra uterine device (IUD)
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The intra uterine device (IUD) is a type of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC).
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A hormonal IUD (not actual size)
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What is an IUD?
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The intra uterine device (IUD) is a small T-shaped device that fits inside your uterus. IUDs are a long-acting reversible contraception (LARC). Once an IUD is put in, it can prevent pregnancy for 3-10 years, depending on the type of IUD — or until you decide to have it taken out.
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How we can help you
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Every year, around 10,000 people in Aotearoa choose to use an IUD. They trust us to be the ones to help them use it.
We can:
- Help you decide if an IUD is the right contraception for you — and help you decide what type of IUD would work best for you
- Put in your IUD, or take out your IUD — when you’ve decided the time is right
- Change your IUD from one type of IUD to another
- Help you choose an IUD to take you into menopause
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What if I have the Essure contraceptive device?
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The Essure contraceptive device is different from other IUDs used in New Zealand, including copper and hormonal IUDs. It was used as permanent contraception, and is not reversible contraception like these other IUDs.
If you have had an IUD inserted at Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (formerly Family Planning New Zealand) you will not be using Essure. If you have any concerns about your contraception, please contact the health provider that inserted it.
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How to get an IUD
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Our expert nurses and doctors can put in — or take out — your IUD. It’s an everyday procedure at our clinics, so you can trust us to take good care of you.
It’s not a good idea to try to remove your own IUD. If you want to have your IUD removed, book an appointment with us.
Click these links for more details about:
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How to have your IUD removed
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Our expert nurses and doctors can put in — or take out — your IUD. It’s an everyday procedure at our clinics, so you can trust us to take good care of you.
It’s not a good idea to try to remove your own IUD. If you want to have your IUD removed, book an appointment with us.
Click these links for more details about:
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What does an appointment cost?
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It’s cheaper to get condoms on prescription from one of our clinics, a Sexual Health Centre, or a doctor.
Our appointments are free for New Zealand residents under 22 years old. If you are 22 years, or older, you’ll pay our standard appointment fees – unless you have a Community Services Card.
If you’re not a New Zealand resident, you’ll need to pay non-resident fees.
Check out our fees page for more details.
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